Keith Jones, 40, Wyndmoor
Executive director, Lower Merion Conservancy
» Book on his nightstand: The Econosphere by Craig Thomas. He suggests that we should look at our economy the same way we look at our natural environment.
» iPod artist on repeat: Michael Feinstein’s Pure Gershwin.
» Restaurant of the hour: My wife and I just moved here from Maryland with two small children so, somewhere in the not-too-distant future, we’re hoping to go out to eat. We’re looking for a good sushi place for a date night.
» Personal hero: My mom, who really did a great job raising six kids on her own after my dad passed away. It’s definitely given me a new perspective on parenthood.
» One thing he knows for sure: If we don’t continue to preserve our natural environment, it’s soon to be lost forever.
» Very own vici: By no means have I conquered them, but my sons, Parker and Mason, are my biggest accomplishments.
» Zen destination: Rolling Hill Park, an amazingly beautiful 103-acre park right in the center of Lower Merion.
» If he had an extra hour each day, he would: Play the piano.
» Life view: chance or fate? I would say neither and go with “choice.” It’s what brought me back to Pennsylvania, and I’m happy to live, work and raise a family here.
» Pet peeve: Littering—especially when someone’s a few feet away from a trash can.
» Most marked characteristic: Optimism. I try to see the good in every situation.
» Quality he admires most in others: Generosity, especially here with the conservancy. It is what it is because of the thousands of supporters who value our work and give generously to preserve our environment.
» Mantra: Think globally, act locally.
